Market Opens

Toronto-based Newsfile staff along with the TMX leadership team closed the market to celebrate the August 2024 acquisition of Newsfile Corp. Michael Kousaie, President, TMX Newsfile and Vice President, Strategy, Toronto Stock Exchange was joined by John McKenzie, CEO, TMX Group, to mark the milestone. Established in 1997, Newsfile services over 2,500 public and private clients and is a one-stop source for disclosure requirements, including news release distribution and SEDAR+, EDGAR, and XBRL filing solutions. TMX’s acquisition of Newsfile, a client-first newswire and regulatory filing solutions provider, bolsters their Capital Formation business as they continue to expand their offerings beyond listings.

Josef Schachter, President of Schachter Energy Research Service, and Author of the Schachter Energy Report, along with company executives that are presenting at the conference this year, joined Berk Sumen, Managing Director, Toronto Stock Exchange and TSXV Company Services, to open the market. Schachter Energy Research Service is celebrating their 5th Annual "Catch the Energy" Conference in Calgary on October 19, 2024. The conference is an opportunity for active investors interested in the energy, clean technology and critical materials sectors to interact directly with CEOs and other company executives as they share their stories and answer audience questions in a moderated format. Booth displays, showcasing the 45 participating companies, give attendees additional opportunities to meet companies’ officials, from energy producers, energy service companies, and infrastructure/pipeline companies to innovative technology and materials companies in the renewables space. It’s all here.

Carol Anne Hilton, Chief Executive Officer & Founder, Indigenomics Institute, Global Centre of Indigenomics, Global Indigenous Technology House, joined David Clarke, Head of Government Affairs, TMX Group, to open the market and celebrate the annual Indigenomics on BAY STREET Conference. This moment is a celebration of the rising power of Indigenous economies and the Institute’s work in economic reconciliation, highlighting the collaborative effort between Indigenous Nations and corporate Canada as they build toward a $100 billion Indigenous economy. The Indigenomics Institute, founded by Hilton, drives the vision of a $100 billion Indigenous economy as both achievable and essential for Canada's future. By focusing on Indigenous-led economic design and innovation, the Institute is transforming how Indigenous business potential is understood. During the conference, the Indigenomics National Indigenous Generative AI Study was announced, marking a new chapter in exploring the intersection of Indigenous knowledge and innovative technology.

John Dima, Junior Co-President, York Finance Club, (“YFC” or the “Organization”) joined Keith Wu, Head, Exchange Traded Products, Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX), to close the market and celebrate YFC and its executive team who are dedicated to educating students on the finance industry and providing assistance with recruitment. As the largest undergraduate club at the Schulich School of Business, with over 700 active members, the York Finance Club is a dynamic, student-run organization. We aim to bridge the gap between the academic environment and the professional workplace through a comprehensive suite of events and initiatives that connect theory with real-world financial practices. We believe that actively seeking new opportunities allows us to provide valuable experiences for our members, equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary for successful careers in finance.